Footballguys on Michael Penix Jr.

ArticleQuarterback Battles to Monitor in Training CampJuly 31, 2026

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he is coming back from an ACL tear - at least it was his left instead of his right, which he tore twice in college. Penix said he is ahead of where doctors thought he would be in recovery at the start of camp, but it could still be until late August before he is fully cleared.

STACKED’s take

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Penix's ACL recovery may delay clearance until late August.

Penix is recovering from an ACL tear (left knee) and may not be fully cleared until late August. The source notes new head coach Kevin Stefanski has no loyalty to the 2024 first-round pick and is coming back from injury. However, Penix said he is ahead of schedule in recovery at the start of camp.